Sunset view of the Australian Parliament House on Capital Hill with lights illuminating the entrance and flagpole.
City Escapes

Capital City Classic Tour

Melbourne

Sydney

8 days, 7 nights

Road Trips

From: $3,106 pp

Tour overview

Start your amazing journey in the vibrant capital of Victoria, Melbourne; drive via the favorite holiday resort of the locals, the beautiful Mornington Peninsula; have a stroll on the beach; and continue to Phillip Island. Here, you can meet Australia's favorite furry animals, koalas, and adorable little penguins. The next day, start the breathtaking coastal drive along the Pacific Ocean. You will pass the spectacular Lakes Entrance, Batemans Bay, and visit the Australian capital, Canberra. Explore the Australian Parliament House, museums, and botanical gardens before continuing to vibrant Sydney.

Tour highlights & inclusion

8 days / 7 nights

Melbourne

Sydney

Rental car included
  • Melbourne Highlights Cruise
  • Arthurs Seat Gondola Ride
  • Penguins Viewing Plus Experience

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Price pp from

NZD $3,106

Trip itinerary

Melbourne

Melbourne, Australia’s vibrant cultural capital, offers a dynamic mix of experiences for every traveler. Wander through eclectic laneways filled with world-class street art, indie boutiques, and cozy cafés. Dive into the city’s thriving arts scene with galleries, live music, and theatre performances. Enjoy iconic attractions like Federation Square, the Royal Botanic Gardens, and Queen Victoria Market. Food lovers can indulge in global cuisine, from bustling Chinatown to chic waterfront dining. Just outside the city, explore the Great Ocean Road, Yarra Valley wineries, or take a wildlife-filled day trip to Phillip Island. In Melbourne, there’s always something new to discover.

The stone arches of Princes Bridge over the Yarra River with the Melbourne city skyscrapers in the background.

Accommodation

Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne Southbank

Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne Southbank offers an ideal location to explore Melbourne. Just a two-minute walk from the CBD, the hotel is within easy reach of the city’s top restaurants, cafes, shopping destinations, renowned art galleries, and Crown Casino. Perfectly positioned to experience all that Melbourne has to offer.

Activities

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Highlights of Capital City Classic Tour

View of a large red bridge and city skyscrapers from the water on a Melbourne river cruise.

Melbourne Highlights Cruise

A blue gondola cabin hanging from a cable with a panoramic view of a bay and town at sunset.

Arthurs Seat Gondola Ride

Tourists on a lit wooden platform watching penguins on the beach at Phillip Island at night.

Penguins Viewing Plus Experience

Close-up of a grey koala sitting in a eucalyptus tree surrounded by green leaves.

Koala Conservation Reserve

A zookeeper feeding wallabies an edible cone at Mogo Wildlife Park in the South Coast region of NSW.

Admission to Mogo Wildlife Park

Interior view of the empty Australian House of Representatives chamber with its signature green seating and modern architectural lines.

Best of Australia Parliament House - Private Guided Tour

High-angle landscape of Lake Burley Griffin and the Canberra city skyline under a clear blue sky.

Highlights of Canberra Tour with Canberra Guided Tours

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